Are you considering coming to join the Stramash family as a member of our valued team? Maybe wondering what’s in it for you? Why not start by checking out our blog all about that very thing or watching some videos of our sites and hearing from some of your potential colleagues
Current vacancies
Outdoor Practitioners
Early Years Practitioner – Join Our Growing Team
Locations: Oban & Elgin
Contract: Permanent, Full Time (40 hours per week, Monday–Friday rota)
Salary: £13.45 – £14.45 per hour
(Final band determined post-probation based on qualifications, experience, and performance)
Closing Date: Friday 15th May 2026
Locations: Fort William
Contract: 1 year – with possibility to extend – Full Time (40 hours per week, Monday–Friday rota)
Salary: £13.45 – £14.45 per hour
(Final band determined post-probation based on qualifications, experience, and performance)
Closing Date: Friday 29th May 2026
Are you a passionate and qualified Early Years Practitioner who truly understands the intrinsic value of play and high-quality interactions?
Do you want to be part of an award-winning nursery group that genuinely values its people and invests in their growth?
We offer rich, in-house CPD through our dedicated training and development team, alongside opportunities to learn from leading voices in early years such as:
- Trisha Lee (Helicopter Stories)
- Anna Ephgrave (Planning in the Moment)
- Julie Fisher (Interacting or Interfering?)
- Influences from thinkers such as Peter Gray and Rusty Keeler, shaping our approach to play, autonomy, and outdoor environments
If you’re someone who:
- Gets excited about supporting children to reach their full potential in a holistic and authentic way
- Values strong partnerships with families and being part of a thriving nursery community
- Loves the outdoors and embraces learning beyond four walls
…then we’d love to hear from you.
Your Benefits Package
We take care of our people so they can take care of our children, so our people actually enjoy every day (yes, even Mondays).
Health & Wellbeing
- Private Medical Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Work-Life Balance
- Extended holiday allowance based on length of service
Perks & Tech
- Bike to Work scheme
- Tech at Work scheme
Proven Success & Development
- Low staff turnover
- Clear development pathways
- Internal training, community days & conferences
- Cross-nursery support, collaboration & events
If you’re ready to be part of a team that values quality, connection, and continuous growth, apply now and help us create meaningful early childhood experiences every day.
Apprentice Early Years Practitioner
Locations: Tornagrain, Elgin & Oban
Contract: Apprentice – with the opportunity to become one of our practitioners once qualified – Full Time (Monday–Friday rota)
Salary: £8 per hour
Closing Date: Friday 15th May 2026
Join the Stramash Team
Are you ready to start a career where risky play and child development go hand in hand?
At Stramash Outdoor Nurseries, we don’t just take learning outside – we live and breathe the outdoors. Our roots in outdoor education shape everything we do. We’re looking for passionate, curious apprentices to join our Elgin team and grow into the next generation of outdoor educators.
Why Choose a Stramash Apprenticeship?
We don’t just offer a qualification, we offer a clear and supported career path. Our former apprentices have gone on to lead teams as Nursery Heads.
Earn while you learn
- Gain your SVQ in Early Education & Childcare
Expert Mentorship
- Learn from a progressive team with diverse skills—from child development and milestone tracking to outdoor skills like shelter building
A Culture of Growth
- We invest in you, with research-led training, hands-on experience, and ongoing support to build your confidence and capability
Your Benefits Package
We take care of our people so they can take care of our children—and actually enjoy every day (yes, even Mondays).
Health & Wellbeing
- Private Medical Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Work-Life Balance
- Extended holiday allowance based on length of service
Perks & Tech
- Bike to Work scheme
- Tech at Work scheme
Proven Success
- Join a pathway where apprentices can grow all the way to leadership roles
Are You Our Next Apprentice?
You don’t need to arrive with all the outdoor skills we’ll support you to build them. What matters is that you are:
- Passionate about high-quality childcare and child development
- Excited to work outdoors in all weathers
- Curious, open, and ready to learn
- A team player who values shared growth and collaboration
If you’re looking for a role where you can learn, grow, and make a real impact in children’s lives – while being outside doing it, this could be the perfect place to start.
Apply now!
Bank Staff
If you would like to be added to our bank staff for any of our settings please complete the form below. The bank staff form is checked when we require new bank staff, so if you haven’t heard from us 14 days after submitting the form just drop us a quick email to follow up info@stramashoutdoors
We are particularly seeking Bank Staff in the Elgin Area right now